Shiva Temple, Sesai, Madhya Pradesh

Shiva Temple, Sesai, Madhya Pradesh

Shiva Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Sesai Village in Shivpuri District in Madhya Pradesh State of India. The Temple was constructed by Pratihara rulers in 10^th Century CE. The temple has been classified as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

The Temple

This Temple is facing towards west and is built on a raised platform. The temple once consisted of Mukha Mandapa and Sanctum with a Shikara. The Shikara and Mukha Mandapa has not survived. River goddesses Ganga and Yamuna can be seen in their usual position in the doorjamb. The Sanctum houses a Shiva Linga. Parvati can be seen on the north and Surya can be seen on the east side of bhadra niches while southern niche is empty.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 5 Kms from Padora, 15 Kms from Shivpuri Bus Stand, 15 Kms from Shivpuri, 16 Kms from Shivpuri Railway Station, 90 Kms from Guna, 90 Kms from Guna Airport, 146 Kms from Gwalior Airport and 300 Kms from Bhopal. The Temple is situated on Agra – Mumbai highway at about 1 Km from the main road.

Location